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August 16, 2019

California Cool: Mid-century Modernism on the Central Coast

The design movement that shaped America’s booming post-war era as seen through a Southern California lens at the Museum of Ventura County.

Our Mission and Vision

Inspiring vibrant communities by connecting the past, present, and future. The Museum of Ventura County, through its collections, exhibits, educational programs and publications, celebrates the history, art, and culture of Ventura County and the Channel Islands.

Our Purpose

To promote interest in and understanding of the history of the Ventura County region; to collect and preserve archives, artifacts, art, and ephemera bearing on the history of the region; to document current regional events; and to create exhibits and programs that enlighten, educate, and engage the past, present, and future.

Our Partners

Major funding for the programs
at the Museum of Ventura County
is made possible by

City of Ventura

County of Ventura

Museum of Ventura County
100 East Main Street
Ventura, CA 93001
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Thursday—Sunday
11am to 5pm

Phone: 805.653.0323

Research Library at the Museum
100 East Main Street
Ventura, CA 93001
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Appointment Only
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For library assistance call
805-653-0323 ext 320
or email library@venturamuseum.org

Agriculture Museum
926 Railroad Avenue
Santa Paula, CA 93060
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Phone: 805.525.3100

Albinger Archaeological Museum
113 E. Main Street
Ventura, CA 93001
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Phone: 805.658.4728

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